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General State Park Information and Locations
From Jay Cook to
Grand
Portage, the nine State Parks are true gems of Minnesota's North Shore. These parks
contain and protect some of the most
striking and unique natural resources in the area. Starting with the incredible falls of the
Temperance, Baptism and
Pigeon Rivers, the
Devil's
Kettle, Superior's
coast, Mic Mac Lake and the stony cliff of
Split Rock
Lighthouse.
Take a break from driving as you travel up or down the North
Shore, stop and relax. Spend a day exploring the Shore!
This is a partial listing of state park rules
and regulations. Complete rules (Minnesota
State Legislature Web site).
Park hours 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., 365 days a year.
Office hours vary by season.
State Park Permit All vehicles entering a state
park must display a valid Minnesota State Park vehicle permit
which must be affixed to the lower right hand corner of the
windshield. Annual and day permits can be purchased at a park.
Funds from state park vehicle permits and fees are used to help
manage park resources and facilities. Information on purchasing an
annual permit. Other fee information.
Accessibility In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, state parks are working to make facilities
accessible to people of all abilities. Call the specific state
park you are planning to visit for up-to-date information on
accessibility.
Alcohol/drugs It is unlawful for any person to
consume intoxicating liquors, or to display liquor containers in
public. State laws apply to possession and use of drugs.
Biking Biking is permitted only on designated
trails or park roads where motor vehicles are allowed, unless
otherwise posted.
Campers Campers must register at the office or
self-registration station. Only registered campers are allowed in
the park after 10 p.m. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Check in/check out Overnight guests must check
out by 4 p.m. If you choose to stay another day in the campground
or park lodging, you must re-register by 11 a.m.
Firewood Gathering firewood disrupts the forest
and soil cycle and is not permitted. Firewood may be purchased at
the park office.
Fireworks Fireworks are not permitted in state
parks.
Fishing When fishing in waters entirely within
state parks, anglers must comply with Minnesota fishing laws and
rules.
Flotation Devices In a state park, while in the
water, use of air mattresses, inner tubes or other flotation
devices that are not approved by the Coast Guard is prohibited
except when used in an area specifically designated for that use.
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Geocaching Geocaching is prohibited in Minnesota
State Parks. Due to concerns related to natural resource
protection, visitor safety, staff workloads and liability,
geocaches are not permitted on lands administered by the Minnesota
State Park System. Any geocaches found will be considered
abandoned property.
Hunting Hunting is prohibited in state parks
unless authorized by the Commissioner of the Department of Natural
Resources.
Metal detectors Use of metal detectors is
prohibited.
Parking Parking on the grass is not allowed.
Park in designated areas only and on the parking spaces provided
in the campground.
Pets Pets are welcome in state parks but must be
kept on a leash of not more than six feet and must be personally
attended at all times. No pets other than hearing or seeing-eye
dogs or other service animals are allowed in state park buildings,
lodging, cabins, camper cabins, on tours or in beach areas.
Research Easy access and abundant natural
features make Minnesota State Parks perfect for a variety of
resource-related research projects. Research permits are required
before studies can be undertaken in state parks. For more
information on doing research in state parks, e-mail Ed Quinn at
[email protected].
Rock climbing Rock climbing in state parks is
allowed only in designated areas and only by permit. Permits are
available at the park office.
Skiing When using groomed trails in parks,
skiers 16 years of age and older, must have in their possession, a
valid Minnesota ski pass.
Snowmobiles Snowmobiles in state parks can be
operated only on designated trails or posted areas.
Snowshoes Snowshoeing is allowed anywhere is
state parks except on groomed trails or where posted.
Weapons It is unlawful for any person to possess
explosives of any kind. It is also against the law for any person
to possess a firearm (including an air gun) unless the firearm is
unloaded and completely contained in a fully enclosed gun case or
unloaded and contained in the closed trunk of a vehicle.
Minnesota State Park Permits
$25 (annual vehicle permit)
$18 (second vehicle permit)
$12 (special permits - designated for people with a State of Minnesota
handicapped license plate)
Purchasing
In person at any state park
or at the DNR headquarters in St. Paul (500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul).
By phone (651) 296-6157 (Twin Cities metro area) or toll free
1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367).
Valid for one year from the month of purchase.
Special Event
Lighting of the Beacon at Split Rock Lighthouse and anniversary of
the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald on November 10th click here. |
